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INFJ - "Author". Strong drive and enjoyment to help others. Complex personality. 1.5% of total population.

I have been told my writing is quite INFJ (I assume that is because I write in a "free write" technique?) I am not into thrills. I always want to help people. I am more introverted though I do some out of shell to help someone else or if I find someone interesting/like their energy. I am practically a vegan. I DO disappear from time to time and take space from people (ENFP?), I am definitely clumsy, ADD/ADHD combo, I like all kinds of creativity, and I feel/resonate strongly with other's emotions. I am exceptionally emotional and I cry at many things (i do not need to be depressed to cry...even a beautiful painting can do it!), and I try to find meaning in everything. I can be very a perfectionist at times! I love nature, sitting under a tree and reading or writing while my dog and I hang out is a favorite pastime of mine! I also enjoy giving--especially if I can bake something for someone or listen to their life story. I am drawn to any emotion! I have loads of fears/anxieties. I am approval seeking...and if people don't appreciate al the effort I put into making their life better, I feel hurt. I also consider myself honest to a fault. I hope this was all essential...feel free to ask anything to help me figure out my type! Thanks :-) luna~

All of your scores seem to be quite balanced
I am sure Jung said the ultimate goal is balance and to score 50% or Xs in all the functions.
Right now I would say you are Ixxx ..
SO are you balanced or really confused?

you sound more INFJ based on your descriptions in how you are attracted and resonate strongly with other people's emotions. INFPs use Fi, which primarily focuses on the emotion and values of the self. P & J are really important when it comes to type and decide the functional layout more strongly than any other letter.

example:

INFJ = Ni, Fe, Ti, Se
INFP = Fi, Ne, Si, Te

both similar in lettering but contain completely different functions.

If you are INFJ, you will more likely: be interested in the underlying meaning of things, and have a stronger desire to connect with others/create harmony with others.

If you are INFP, you will more likely: be interested in establishing personal beliefs and values and constantly work them like clay, and follow thoughts by interconnecting seemingly random nodes together to come up with new ideas.

edit: by the way, I've seen this test you've taken before and I don't really like it. Whenever I've seen people who are new to mbti, the scores hover too closely to 50%, making the results really unreliable.

A lot of this just says IxFx. I'm not hearing any clear NF slant. If I had to choose between the two, I'd guess INFJ though. Your feeling seems focused outward.

When INFPs describe themselves, they will almost always focus on how they feel about themselves and they'll talk about what is important to them in conceptual terms.

“They reminded me that it was my fate to pursue only phantoms, creatures whose reality existed to a great extent in my imagination; for there are people - and this had been my case since youth - for whom all the things that have a fixed value, assessable by others, fortune, success, high positions, do not count; what they must have is phantoms." - Proust
INFP | 4w5 sp/sx - 451| RLUEI - Primary Inquisitive

"INFJs are gentle, caring, complex and highly intuitive individuals. Artistic and creative, they live in a world of hidden meanings and possibilities. Only one percent of the population has an INFJ Personality Type, making it the most rare of all the types."
- Portrait of an INFJ (The Personality Page)

I have been told I am complex. I do live in a world of hidden meanings. I don't know if I'm gentle...and I try to be caring!

"INFJs enjoy a greater clarity of perception of inner, unconscious processes than all but their INTJ cousins. Just as SP types commune with the object and "live in the here and now" of the physical world, INFJs readily grasp the hidden psychological stimuli behind the more observable dynamics of behavior and affect."
- INFJ Profile (TypeLogic)

I am attracted to fantasy, sad things, I fear doing the wrong thing, I am avoidant, and I an observer...

"...desire to contribute to the welfare of others and genuinely enjoy helping their companions. Although Counsleors tend to be private, sensitive people, and are not generally visible leaders, they nevertheless work quite intensely with those close to them, quietly exerting their influence behind the scenes..."
- The Portrait of the Counselor Idealist (Keirsey)

I have acted as counselor for my friends many times.

"INFJs tend to be devoted to what they believe in and seek work where their needs, values, and ideals can be deeply engaged. They move on the wave of their inspirations and are determined to see that their values are worked out in their lives. They will work toward their goals individually and, when needed, will put together a team of other highly dedicated people like themselves."

My values are exceptionally important to me. I work on my goals individually or with a small group (usually that group is my husband and possibly one friend).

"To understand Healers, we must understand their idealism as almost boundless and selfless, inspiring them to make extraordinary sacrifices for someone or something they believe in. The Healer is the Prince or Princess of fairytale, the King's Champion or Defender of the Faith..."
- The Portrait of a Healer Idealist (Keirsey)

I am becoming vegan because I hate the idea of killing anything. I have stayed up late into the night for friends who need my help. (Can't this be INFJ too though? What are the differences?)

"INFPs are highly intuitive about people. They rely heavily on their intuitions to guide them, and use their discoveries to constantly search for value in life. They are on a continuous mission to find the truth and meaning underlying things. Every encounter and every piece of knowledge gained gets sifted through the INFP's value system, and is evaluated to see if it has any potential to help the INFP define or refine their own path in life."

I relate to this as well. I read people intuitively, psychologically, and have deep intuitions about people (for example, knowing someone is dying before the doctors do).
- Portrait of an INFP (The Personality Page)

I am at times a loner (unless I feel I can help someone or have a deep connection with them...then I come out of my shell), I am pretty disorganized (though I prefer organization oddly enough), I prefer to avoid things that will hurt others or that I am afraid of, and I have a negative streak.

"An INFP's feelings form the foundations of the individual. They are sacred and binding, in the sense that their emergence requires no further justification. An INFP's feelings are often guarded, kept safe from attack and ridicule. Only a few, close confidants are permitted entrance into this domain."
- INFP Profile (INFP Mailing List)

If I am close with someone, I will share my heart and soul with them. If I believe it will help someone or make them stronger, i will share with them to help them heal.

"Highly creative, artistic and spiritual, they can produce wonderful works of art, music and literature. INFPs are natural artists. They will find great satisfaction if they encourage and develop their artistic abilities. That doesn't mean that an INFP has to be a famous writer or painter in order to be content. Simply the act of "creating" will be a fulfilling source of renewal and refreshment to the INFP. An INFP should allow himself or herself some artistic outlet, because it will add enrichment and positive energy to their life."

I enjoy creating fantasy worlds. (That's more INFJ, right?) I want to create a safe place where people can be themselves, feel their and heal. I want people to know they are loved and special.

- INFP Personal Growth (The Personality Page)

"INFPs never seem to lose their sense of wonder. One might say they see life through rose-colored glasses. It's as though they live at the edge of a looking-glassworld where mundane objects come to life, where flora and fauna take on near-human qualities."
- INFP Profile (TypeLogic)
I see life and I see the potential good in people and in the worl...but I see/feel/experience the suffering deeply. I resonate with others and their feelings too much to be positive and happy and "rose colored" if you will...

"Their job must be fun, although not racous, and it must be meaningful to them. They need a strong purpose in their work. They want to be recognized and valued, without undue attention given to them. They may become embarrassed when make the center of attention. As a result, they may undersell their strengths in order to avoid being singled out and made to feel conspicuous. They would rather have their worth be noticed gradually over time."

I don't feel I need to have too much fun. I need to have purpose, meaning, spirituality, and growth. I need to do something that will help make the world a better place. I believe that is INFJ?

Thanks for reading and for your advice on my journey into type-hood luna~

All of your scores seem to be quite balanced
I am sure Jung said the ultimate goal is balance and to score 50% or Xs in all the functions.
Right now I would say you are Ixxx ..
SO are you balanced or really confused?

Well, I would definitely say I can be very confused! Bt I would also say that since I seem to get INFP or INFJ depending on the test...perhaps I truly am a hybrid type? :p

If you are INFJ, you will more likely: be interested in the underlying meaning of things, and have a stronger desire to connect with others/create harmony with others.

If you are INFP, you will more likely: be interested in establishing personal beliefs and values and constantly work them like clay, and follow thoughts by interconnecting seemingly random nodes together to come up with new ideas.

I can be random...but I don't think I come up with new ideas...

INFJ sounds most like me based on what you just described...

edit: by the way, I've seen this test you've taken before and I don't really like it. Whenever I've seen people who are new to mbti, the scores hover too closely to 50%, making the results really unreliable.[/QUOTE] I can see that

Look into the cognitive functions (google!). You will find a blend is highly unlikely. J/P has nothing to do with how organized you are; it indicates your functions. Look at the top 2 functions, and determine which are a best fit.

INFP: Fi, Ne, Si, Te
INFJ: Ni, Fe, Ti, Se

“They reminded me that it was my fate to pursue only phantoms, creatures whose reality existed to a great extent in my imagination; for there are people - and this had been my case since youth - for whom all the things that have a fixed value, assessable by others, fortune, success, high positions, do not count; what they must have is phantoms." - Proust
INFP | 4w5 sp/sx - 451| RLUEI - Primary Inquisitive